Industrial Engineer Precast

OSCO Construction Group•City of Saint John, NB

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Precast Maintenance & Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in maximizing equipment uptime, reliability, and lifecycle performance across manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for analyzing equipment performance, developing and optimizing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime and improve asset efficiency. Working closely with maintenance, production, and engineering teams, the engineer will ensure that maintenance strategies are proactive, data-driven, and aligned with operational goals and safety standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, maintenance practices, and manufacturing environments
Demonstrated understanding of maintenance and reliability methodologies (e.g., RCM, TPM, condition-based monitoring)
Experience working with CMMS platforms for planning, scheduling, and tracking maintenance activities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
Ability to interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, and OEM maintenance specifications
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
Experience developing and managing KPIs related to maintenance and operational performance
Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Ability to work effectively with a unionized, hourly workforce in a plant environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills across multiple disciplines and levels of the organization
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence

Nice To Haves

experience with BIM tools (e.g., Tekla Structures)
experience with simulation tools (e.g., Siemens Technomatics)
experience with MRP systems
Previous experience or co-op placement in precast concrete or heavy manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead the development and continuous improvement of preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
Analyze equipment performance, failure trends, and maintenance data to identify root causes and implement long-term corrective actions
Define and monitor key maintenance KPIs (e.g., uptime, MTBF, MTTR, schedule compliance) to drive performance improvements
Maintain and enhance CMMS data integrity, including asset hierarchies, maintenance histories, and work order quality
Develop standardized maintenance procedures, job plans, and asset care strategies in collaboration with maintenance teams and OEMs
Support and lead root-cause analysis investigations (RCA) for critical equipment failures and implement sustainable corrective actions
Collaborate with operations to align maintenance planning with production requirements while minimizing disruption
Provide technical support for troubleshooting of complex mechanical and process-related issues
Assist in the planning, design, and execution of capital and equipment upgrade projects with a focus on maintainability and lifecycle cost
Work with suppliers and OEMs to optimize spare parts strategies, maintenance intervals, and equipment performance
Apply continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., TPM, RCM, Lean) to enhance maintenance effectiveness and asset reliability
Identify and implement opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and cost performance within maintenance operations